Finance & Economy

Analysis of Minnesota's economy, from Twin Cities financial services to regional agriculture and manufacturing.

North Shore Tourism Businesses Navigate Increasingly Uneven Seasonal Demand

Lodging and outfitting businesses along Lake Superior's North Shore are adjusting operations as visitor patterns shift across the calendar year.

Credit unions are stepping up small-business loan offerings as some community banks scale back lending in rural markets.

Expanded rural broadband access is opening new economic opportunities for small businesses and remote workers across Greater Minnesota.

Builders in fast-growing suburbs like Woodbury and Maple Grove say material and labor costs are squeezing margins on new housing projects.

Grain and soybean exporters are diversifying international buyers as trade relationships continue to shift across major markets.

Regional manufacturers are diversifying suppliers and holding larger inventories as they adapt to a less predictable global supply environment.